Men's Elite Ultralight All-Terrain Snowshoe

Men's Elite Ultralight All-Terrain Snowshoe

Name: Men's Elite Ultralight All-Terrain Snowshoe
Brand: Northern Lites Snowshoes
SKU: NL M ELT GRY SN
Price: 234.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

A hiking snowshoe light enough to use in races yet rugged enough to propel 1,000 mile Iditarod champions to the 1st place podium.

$234.95

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Men's Elite Information

Description

Starting at 2.9 lbs. per PAIR, the Elite is around half the weight of other men's 25" all-terrain snowshoes!

Slightly wider and with a thicker frame than the Women's Elite, the Men's Elite is our most popular snowshoe for men up to 180lbs looking to shed the weight and go further, faster. The unmatched weight of the Elite provides for unsurpassed maneuverability and speed in all conditions and terrain.

Although designed for hiking, it is light enough to easily use in races yet rugged enough to propel 1,000 mile Iditarod champions!

The Elite is a step up from the Quicksilver 25" snowshoes due to a lighter 7075 series aluminum alloy frame, a lighter yet equally strong grade of COOLTHANE® decking, powder-coated color options and 38 more compact ridged deck clips for even more weight savings.

Sizing

Designed Gender: Men

Footwear Sizes: M5 - M12

Flotation Load: 180 lbs

Tech Specs

Weight Per Pair (Tru Trak Bindings): 2 lbs. 9.5 oz

Weight Per Pair (Spin Bindings) 2 lbs. 11 oz

Width 8.25 in

Length: 25 in

Gait: Standard Men's

Frame Material: 7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy

Deck Material: Military Grade Polyurethane Coated Nylon Mesh Decking

Country of Origin: United States

FAQs

What's the difference between the Quicksilver 25 and 30, and the Elite or Backcountry snowshoe models?

The Quicksilver's aluminum frame is slightly heavier and not quite as durable as the Elite or Backcountry snowshoes (6000 series vs. 7075-T6 alloy). The only color option for the Quicksilver line is silver and tan.

What's the difference between the Quicksilver 25 and Quicksilver 30?

Size is the only difference. The Quicksilver 25 is 25 inches long, with a recommended flotation limit of 180lbs. The Quicksilver 30 is 5 inches longer at 30 inches long and a recommended flotation limit of 225lbs. If you're close to the weight limit and like to snowshoe in fresh snow or powder (or venture off trail) it's typically wise to size up your snowshoe vs. size down.

I'm a woman, which Quicksilver should I get?

It's all about your weight with gear on. If you're under 180 lbs with all of your gear, go with the Quicksilver. Or, if you are always sticking to maintained trails with packed powder, go with the Quicksilver 25 as it's a better dedicated trail snowshoe.

Choosing Your Binding

Most snowshoers prefer the new advanced Spin Binding, but ultralight backpackers that require stackability and packability consider the Tru Trak binding.

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Tru Trak

Highlights: BOA-like Spin Dial system with EVA foam padding makes this ultralight binding comfortable, quick and super secure.

Pros: Easy on/off even with mittens on, great foot security with toe-box, EVA padding gives all day comfort and eliminates hotspots.

Cons: Doesn't stack well on backpacks, slightly more weight than Tru Trak bindings.

Highlights: Simple over-boot three strap system time tested with 30+ years of intense field use.

Pros: Stacks on backpacks, simplicity, can self-install new straps. Highly adjustable.

Cons: Longer on/off, no toe-stop so slightly less secure than Spin Binding. Can be difficult to adjust with mittens on.

Compare The Ultralight Hiking Collection

Each snowshoe in the Ultralight Hiking Collection uses our most premium components. We strive to maximize durability while keeping the snowshoes as light as possible. American made and hand crafted in our Denver, Colorado location.

Dimensions

25" L x 8" W

Weight

2.8 lbs

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Designed for Women

Gears

All-Terrain

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Made in USA

Brakes

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Dimensions

25" L x 8.25" W

Weight

2.9 lbs

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Designed for Men

Gears

All-Terrain

Brakes

Made in USA

Brakes

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Dimensions

30" L x 9" W

Weight

3.05 lbs

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Unisex

Gears

All-Terrain

Brakes

Made in USA

Brakes

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Dimensions

33" L x 9.5" W

Weight

3.1 lbs

Highlight

Unisex

Gears

All-Terrain

Brakes

Made in USA

Brakes

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Compare The Ultralight Hiking Collection

Each snowshoe in the Ultralight Hiking Collection uses our most premium components. We strive to maximize durability while keeping the snowshoes as light as possible. American made and hand crafted in our Denver, Colorado location.

Dimensions

25" L x 8" W

Weight

2.8 lbs

Gender

Designed for Women

Use

All-Terrain

Country

Made in USA

Warranty

Limited Lifetime

Dimensions

25" L x 8.25" W

Weight

2.9 lbs

Gender

Designed for Men

Use

All-Terrain

Country

Made in USA

Warranty

Limited Lifetime

Dimensions

30" L x 9" W

Weight

3.05 lbs

Gender

Unisex

Use

All-Terrain

Country

Made in USA

Warranty

Limited Lifetime

Dimensions

33" L x 9.5" W

Weight

3.1 lbs

Gender

Unisex

Use

All-Terrain

Country

Made in USA

Warranty

Limited Lifetime